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1. Ron / Hagrid. (Don’t disagree. Can chess, can’t tame hair.) 2. Hermione Granger. (I knew we belong together.) 3. Ravenclaw. (Have spent most my life gradually accepting/embracing the fact I’m a Huffle.) 4. 19/24. (Rusty.) 5. Huffleclaw. (I will TAKE this.) 6. Lupin. (Had a crush on the character.) 7. Workin’ at Gringotts. (I am OFFENDED.) 8. Granger Danger. (Obvi, see 2.) 9. Wingardium LeviOsa. (Not leviosAH.) 10. 22/24. (Bless ‘em books.) 11. ‘arry Potter. (And it would NEVER last.) 12. I AM THE CHOSEN ONE. (13/13.) 13. 15/18. (It’s not that I forgot you I just don’t remember yo name.) 14. Wiz. (ard.) 15. Sorcerer’s Stone. (WRONG unless you can find me a British copy of the Philosopher’s Stone, then I will allow.) 16. 18/20. (AND WORKING AT GRINGOTTS?)

I take these quizzes to see if I still justifiably belong, or if I’ve lost my touch.

POTTERHEAD quiz games masterpost. Save it!

Which “Harry Potter” Character are you?

Which Harry Potter Character Should You Marry? 

Let’s Sort You Into Your Harry Potter House Based On Your Birthday

Match the Names of These Harry Potter Spells to What They Do

Which Two ‘Harry Potter’ Hogwarts Houses Are You? 

Which Marauder From “Harry Potter” Are You? 

What Would Your Job Be in the Harry Potter Universe?

​Which Harry Potter Witch Matches Your Personality? 

These 12 Questions Will Determine Which Harry Potter Spell You Are 

Only True Harry Potter Fans Can Answer These Book vs. Movie Questions 

Which Male Character From ‘Harry Potter’ Would YOU Date? 

Can You Finish These Iconic Harry Potter Quotes?

Can You Name These Obscure Harry Potter Characters?

We Can Tell If You’d Be a Muggle or a Wizard in the ‘Harry Potter’ Universe

We Can Guess Your Favorite Harry Potter Book in Just 12 Questions About Children’s Lit

Prove You’re a Wizard By Acing Our Harry Potter Quiz 

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While we’re here.

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February 16, 2016

“You have very low standards for friends.”

You are mistaken, my dear! I have exceedingly high standards for friends. The fact is, I also happen to make things.

“And what does such a penchant for crafting have to do with your questionable taste in companionship? And fashion,” added after taking a look at my sock and heels.

Maybe you don’t suffer the burden of artistry, run the risk of resourcefulness, battle the trouble with believing everything beautiful, useable, or fall prey to the trap of a rather empowering notion that if you want something enough you can Do It Yourself. We who do develop a complex palette for people. The danger is that imagination and deception hold hands in artistic minds. How can we tell if we are in love or lying to ourselves? Are we idealistic, or dishonest? This is how it is for us. We have a talent for loving, and loneliness.

When you endure the creative condition, you see potential in every gesture - in every smile and every scratch, in the timbre of their laughs - and you think with that you can just create soul-mates, upcycle compatriots. This is, in my opinion, a good weakness to have. I will continue making bad calls because I can handle being wrong about people, and because it is beyond magnificent on the rarer occasion I am right. This is the duty and undoing of highly creative people: They care very much and want to change the world.

And so I ask, do I have low standards for friends, or do you lack the imagination?

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5 top tips to werk while you work:

1. Find an employer who will work with you and flexibility in your schedule! It is essential to have someone on your side who understands the artistic condition and will not only keep up with your constantly changing hours by allowing you to split shifts or leave early to get to rehearsal, but will encourage you to keep your dream alive. That’s the boss you want. 2. Do something that doesn’t drive you insane! Lots of people were surprised when I said I adored working for Starbucks, and everybody’s confused when I say I genuinely enjoy the office. Historically I happen to love my day jobs, but remember that they never define you. Do it for the dance! Or the benefits! Or the free coffee! I definitely recommend being a barista because shifts can be short and sweet (every day or twice a week), dancer coordination comes in handy for rush hour, and the performing arts perfectly arms us for excelling in customer service. The office is quieter, but my duties still have me running around and problem solving. I get to ditch the hobo-chic look we rock for morning class, indulge my fashion disposition and dress like a Real Adult, work at my own pace, talk to people, pay dem bills, and think about my next blog post or ballet piece. It’s a good situation for me. Know yourself, do what you like, and like what you do. 3. Get your fix! To stay professionally sharp, develop relationships with local studios or academies to get daily training, teaching, and guest artist gigs. This way you get to be a hero to baby ballerinas, a big sister by virtue of working on your own technique. You get to be the mentor you needed at that age. And besides, you can only call it your day job when you’ve got other jobs to go to, just as you’re only a starving artist only if you’re still making art. Hitting the gym keeps you fit, but nothing beats taking class. You have to dance to keep dancing because if you don’t use it, you lose it. How nervous are you putting on pointe shoes after just a couple weeks’ neglect? EXACTLY. Put ‘em on. Get in class. 4. Keep moving! Even if you do get tons of time in the studio, no one should be slouching in front of a computer screen for eight hours a day. Stretch often and take walks. Be okay with being the weirdo who works standing up doing degages under his/her desk. They can’t tell when you’re in cubicles anyway! Take advantage of health and wellness schemes your company provides, such as yoga or pilates OR ZUMBA. 5. Stay inspired! Complaining about work is sooo the-lame-phase-of-your-early-twenties. Drop the pout and flaunt that positive attitude. Be thankful that you can have your cake and eat it, too. Werk your work ethic! Nurturing all your interests only enhances your artistry, so keep your eyes open and an ear to the ground.

Fill your heart, and happy dancing!

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Newest blog post for SDB!

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My most recent post, a crash course on The Nutcracker!

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Love this little lady. Brekkie at our favorite French cafe on Grand (Delight of France). Hand painted back door and a model moment. Maxi dress with hand-added lace collar trim, black and white handbag, black hat, jean jacket. Looking like a hit musician. @emilypaigecarter #style #fashion #french #family #breakfast

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Hot mama, London calling look. Green and lush and looking good in the much needed Southern California rain. #weekend #family #style #fashion#green

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Good to have Thing Three home for Thanksgiving! #sisters #family #tendu #mama

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My first and last costume of the day: Tan and polka dot pleated dress (thrifted), grey over-the-knee socks (Charlotte Russe), black knee-high boots (Black Friday acquisition), black jacket with fur trim and red lining (think this was my mom's), lips to match. #style #fashion #winter #kinda #sandiego #ballet

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Jedidiah (Jedi) and I being hams outside. Spanish sass 5evaaa. #partners #in #chocolate #nutcracker #ballet #style

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The loveliest, funniest cast. Sugar plum velvet and popping dancer candy (also known as ibuprofen). #ballet #nutcracker #NWB #balletfam

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Robert and me! I see this man all around San Diego. #dance #hair #ballet #nutcracker

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Mirliton madness. #thosebalonestho #ballet #purple #warmups #layers #coffee #nutcracker

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Pinky circle before opening night! Teaching/guesting at New West Ballet (the ballet school where I first started as a little (and very serious) seven year old) feels like nothing else. The staff and students are lovely and funny people and pupils. So receptive. So rewarding. They allow me to give so much here. I feel heard, and moved, and loved. @newwestballet #ballet #nutcracker #dance #pinkycircle #ballet #teach #learn

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My winning design for UCLA's Red Cross t-shirts: I (anatomically correct) heart giving! Em does way more than just choose color/font/back of shirts for UCLA's Red Cross chapter, but when she does she nails it. Then I wrote up some of Jake Bailey's beautiful soul. #gallant #great #gracious #grateful #thanks #chalkboard #ucla #redcross

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Today I gave warm up class for @newwestballet ! This is something I've always wanted to do!, and I'll get to do it again every day this weekend. NUTCRACKER. Fri/Sat 7pm, Sat/Sun 2pm. #crackingnuts #ballet #dance #teach #rehearsaldirectordreama